Juniper Blue Pacific - 10 Live Plants - 2 Inch Pot Size - Evergreen Ground Cover 'Shore Juniper'

Blue Pacific Juniper plants or 'Shore Juniper'. Blue Pacific Juniper, commonly called Shore Juniper, is a decumbent evergreen shrub that is native to certain sandy coastal areas of Japan and Sakhalin Island (Russia). It is a dense, low-spreading plant that grows 10-18" tall and spreads by creeping, branched stems over time to 6-8' wide. 'Blue Pacific' is a trailing, lower growing cultivar that typically grows to at most 12" tall. In comparison to J. conferta, 'Blue Pacific' is noted for having (1) better blue foliage color, (2) better ground cover form, (3) denser foliage along the branches and (4) better resistance to winter injury. Aromatic, awl-shaped, spiny-pointed, blue-green needles (to 5/8" long) appear in groups of three. Fleshy, blackish, berry-like seed cones acquire a silvery bloom at maturity. Wonderful, low spreading form makes a superb groundcover, group planting or single specimen. Dense blue-green foliage gives this selection a handsome appearance and is best when not pruned, but rather left in its natural form. A notably heat tolerant variety. This popular, fast-growing evergreen maintains its dense, ocean blue-green foliage year-round. Its needles are dense and shorter than other junipers with a low-trailing growth habit spreading 2-3 feet (6 inches tall). Best performs as groundcover, seashore planting, planter boxes, and draped over walls. This easy-to-grow evergreen needs a regular water schedule to ensure the growth of a mature root system. After the mature root system is established, watering is needed occasionally, except during a drought, watering is needed regularly. Prune once or twice a year around the edges in order to keep the middle of the plant full.

• Evergreen Groundcover: The Blue Pacific Juniper offers year-round beauty with its evergreen, blue-green foliage, perfect for creating a lush, continuous groundcover in gardens and landscapes.
• Sun-Loving & Drought Tolerant: This hardy plant thrives in full sun to partial shade, showing exceptional drought tolerance once established, making it an ideal choice for low-maintenance and water-efficient landscaping.
• Rapid Growth & Easy Care: Experience hassle-free gardening as the Blue Pacific Juniper boasts rapid growth with minimal care required, quickly forming a dense mat that suppresses weeds and beautifies your outdoor space.
• Versatile Landscaping Options: Perfect for rock gardens, borders, and slope stabilization, this juniper variety adds texture and contrast to various landscape designs, complementing both modern and traditional styles.
• Wildlife Friendly: Attract a variety of wildlife, including birds and butterflies, with the Blue Pacific Juniper, enhancing the ecological diversity of your garden while enjoying its aesthetic appeal.